ZX81 PSU

For more information, see this article's corresponding Wikipedia page: ZX81.

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Sinclair ZX81

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Preliminary Information
Release Year	1981
Leak Risk	Unknown
Batteries	None
Mounting Technology	Through Hole
Capacitor Types	Aluminum Electrolytic
Destructive Entry	No

Known Issues

Leaky capacitors.

Symptom or Problem Encountered

Causes ripple in the output of the PSU.

Disassembly Notes

Unscrew the three flathead screws on the bottom and that's it.

Original Parts

Basic PCB Name

Capacitor Specifications and Footprint Information

RefDes	Qty	Capacitance	Voltage	Mount	Diameter/Size	Height	Lead Spacing	Temp	Type	Brand	Series
	1	2200 µF	16V	Through hole				85 °C
	1	1000 µF	16V	Through hole				85 °C

Replacement Parts

Basic PCB Name

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